FPSC | Ford Parts & Service Club 2026
Event Date
July 15–18, 2026
Location
Tampa, FL
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Ford Parts & Service Conference is the annual gathering of the Orlando Region Ford Parts, Service & Body Shop Managers Club (also known as the Orlando Parts & Service Club). For over 60 years, the club has brought Fixed Operations professionals together, guided by the belief that together they make a difference. Its mission is to assist the fixed operations management staff of Ford & Lincoln dealers in their quest to provide "Best in Industry" service to customers while ensuring long-term growth and profitability through training and support in a value-added learning environment.
The event is the club's annual conference for Ford and Lincoln dealer parts and service managers, combining training, a vendor expo, and networking. Dealerships and vendors alike are invited to attend.
As a nonprofit event, each registration, vendor booth, and sponsorship supports the club's mission and its W.L. Brewer Scholarship Fund, helping invest in the growth and future of Fixed Operations professionals. It is worth attending for dealership parts, service, and body-shop leaders seeking industry insights, peer connections, and direct engagement with Ford Motor Company and vendor partners.
Show Highlights
- A Dealer Meeting Speaker Lineup featuring leading voices from across the industry, designed to equip dealerships with insights, innovation, and energy.
- Notable speakers have included Ford Customer Service Division leadership, with programming focused on Fixed Ops/Service and OEM/franchise relations.
- A revamped TopGolf Tournament as part of the conference activities.
- The W.L. Brewer Scholarship Golf Tournament, supporting the club's scholarship fund.
- A Trade Fair where color-coded badges identify attendees by work affiliation.
- Networking opportunities bringing together dealers, vendor partners, and Ford Motor Company.
Registration
Registration is handled online through the official conference website. Attendees can secure a Full Access Attendee Pass, a Vendor Booth Pass, or a sponsorship commitment.
Credit card payment online is recommended: after submitting your registration form, you receive an emailed invoice that you can review and pay online.
Key deadlines and details for the 2026 conference:
- Vendor registration forms should be submitted no later than July 1, 2026.
- Payment for all dues and fees should be completed by July 10, 2026.
- An accurate headcount is needed to ensure adequate lanyards, which are required for entrance to all events.
- The conference room rate is $185.00 per night, with the option to book July 13 through July 19 to extend your stay.
History
For over 60 years, the Orlando Region Ford Parts, Service & Body Shop Managers Club has been bringing Fixed Operations professionals together. Past conferences have been held in Orlando, Florida, including the 2019, 2022, and 2023 meetings.
For 2026, the conference moved to Tampa, Florida at the Marriott Water Street, July 15–18, marking what organizers describe as a new city, an elevated venue, and their most dynamic conference yet.
Venue & Travel
Venue
Tampa Marriott Water Street
505 Water Street
The Tampa Marriott Water Street is a redesigned waterfront hotel that sits adjacent to the Tampa Convention Center and is connected to the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street via a glass skybridge on the third floor. Completed in 2000, it has 27 floors with 727 rooms and 50,000 square feet of meeting space. It is the city's largest hotel. Amenities include a rooftop pool with city and water views and cabanas, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and on-site restaurants. It is located near the Tampa Riverwalk, Florida Aquarium, Benchmark International Arena, and Sparkman Wharf.
Parking
Off-site valet parking is available at the Tampa Marriott Water Street, with a daily valet fee of $55.00 per day. A short-term, daytime-only valet option is also offered at $35.00.
Several nearby garages provide additional options:
- Pam Iorio Parking Garage is the closest, roughly a 4-minute walk away.
- The Cumberland Ave. Garage is among the cheapest, from $2.00.
- Parking rates in the area can range from about $2.00 to $54.00 depending on the day, time, and duration.
Getting There
The closest airport is Tampa International Airport (TPA), located approximately 8–9 miles from the hotel. The drive from the airport is about 15 minutes. From Tampa International Airport, take I-275 North for about six miles to downtown Exit 44, then follow signs to the Convention Center and Harbour Island. The hotel is within a 10-minute walk of the Tampa Convention Center and Port of Tampa. Rideshare and taxi service are widely available in downtown Tampa.
Nearby Hotels
The venue is part of the Water Street Tampa district in downtown, surrounded by numerous hotels:
- JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, connected to the Marriott Water Street by a third-floor glass skybridge.
- The Westin Tampa Waterside, Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown, Aloft Tampa Downtown, and The Tampa EDITION, all in the downtown/Water Street area.
- Other nearby downtown options include Hilton Tampa Downtown, Hotel Tampa Riverwalk, Hotel Haya, Le Méridien Tampa, and Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the conference held?
The 2026 Orlando Parts & Service Conference takes place July 15–18, 2026 at the Tampa Marriott Water Street in Tampa, Florida, at 505 Water Street. Despite the club's Orlando name, the 2026 edition is hosted in Tampa.
Who should attend this conference?
The event is designed for Ford and Lincoln dealer parts, service, and body-shop managers and other Fixed Operations professionals. Vendor partners and Ford Motor Company representatives also attend, and both dealerships and vendors are invited.
How do I register?
Registration is completed online through the official conference website, where you can choose a Full Access Attendee Pass, a Vendor Booth Pass, or a sponsorship. After submitting your form, you receive an emailed invoice you can pay online, and lanyards are required for entrance to all events.
What are the key deadlines for vendors?
Vendor registration forms should be submitted no later than July 1, 2026, and payment for all dues and fees should be completed by July 10, 2026. Electrical service is available at booths for an additional charge billed by the A/V supplier.
What makes the conference worth attending?
It offers a Dealer Meeting speaker lineup with industry leaders, a vendor trade fair, and networking opportunities focused on delivering "Best in Industry" service. As a nonprofit event, registrations and sponsorships also support the club's W.L. Brewer Scholarship Fund for Fixed Operations professionals.
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